1986 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1986 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1986 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1986 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rekord | S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3165 mm |
